Note: I've changed the 2nd chapter to meeting Noire, but that's really it, so you don't have to re-read it.
A/N: And back at chu with another chapter, written 34000 Metres above ground level, over the international Date Line. Yes, I'm flying from Canada to China for a break, but I'm still uploading. Though, by the time you see this, it's probably Saturday or Sunday. Either way, let's get to teh Reviews:
ChormaLuke: Well, I gotta say, nice concept of a male CPU, BlueFreezeEnd. But since they're males, that'll make them "God", right? Like how females are "Goddess"? You know, for a "God", I'm surprised that Chuck Norris is not in. LOL.
... Dude. Get with teh times. Bruce Lee 2013. My only comment. C:
FireKiller87: I really like your story. OCs don't really bother me unless they're annoying as hell and this doesn't seem like it, so it's pretty good. There are a few grammar and possibly spelling errors scattered throughout the chapters but that's just me being nitpicky. Otherwise the story itself is quite sound and engaging. I look forward to the next chapter :)
That's great to hear. Zaiden's good boy, aren't you? GOOD BOY~ :D
Zaiden: Don't bring me into this, please... "-_-
Alright, alright. As for grammar mistakes, I blame Microsoft Word, because Bill Gates failed his English university exams, according to Wikipedia. Haha. But seriously, if there's a major grammar mistake, then pinpoint it out, and I'll happily correct it.
Alright, then. I got nothing, so let's get to the chapter, and I'll see you at the end.
(Zaiden's POV)
Sigh. How long was the path to Lastation again? 'Cause it seems endless.
Neptune returned to her human form, saying that it took too much energy to remain transformed. Also because it "may get me wrinkly-wrinkles like Histy". Welp. Whatever she says. Though, luckily mobs approached us. I didn't feel like fighting unless, again, needed me to.
It was actually refreshing, being able to walk around in a more open, green area. Celestia was just too... glassy. Being with the nature felt much better than being couped up in an large, massive glassy castle.
While I was enjoying nature's beauty, Neptune was, on the other hand, just trampling over good grass and flowers, humming the opening theme to "Sword Art Online". How she knew it, don't ask.
I sighed again. Although I did say I like nature, I need something to occupy me. Maybe some sort of... monster bashing? Wait, that's Neptune-thinking. Gah. I want to, but I can't risk break the limiter...
However, even though I was thinking that, my bracelet was glowing red with the words "WARNING: LIMITER HEALTH AT 40%; POSSIBLE OUTBREAK."
"So, Zaidy! Let's go bash some heads in!"
"And how many times did I say no? I'm kinda exhausted from giving you your powers back..."
"Aw, I know you wanna... Come on! It'll be our little secret..."
I chuckled. Right... Then all hell will break loose. "I don't think there's any mobs left. Besides, who would ruin this perfectly good forest-"
BOOM.
Well. I shouldn't have said anything. Because I remember if you say something that's more likely to happen, won't happen, will somehow always happen. If you catch my drift.
An shadow the size of an tank flashed over the small grass opening in front of us, and eventually revealed two legs of brown skin, with three-pronged claws on each leg. Soon after, a roar that could split the Earth in half was heard. To be truthful, all it did was hurt my eardrums. Though, I've endured worse.
"Huh. Well, never mind." I said in a small voice.
"Yeah... Wasn't expecting that..." Nep was agreeing with me about mob grinding. Finally.
Unfortunately for us, apparently dragons hear very, VERY well. So, we were pretty much screwed the moment we talked. The dragon turned its head towards our direction and raised his claws. Before I could say something with an pun, it swung down. I did an barrel roll to the left, and was left only minorly scratched. Neptune was the same, who pulled out her Ebonite Blade katana. "Well, can't do anything about it now. Imma go HDD!"
One blinding flash later, there she was: Purple Heart, with her somewhat larger katana. "I'll show you my power!" She dashed for the monster, blade up. "Jumping Arts!"
As the monster was hit multiple times, it still didn't looked fazed. Just annoyed by the pricks he was getting from Nep's blade. He roared, knocking her back by a few meters, causing a major amount of damage. "Ugh!"
"Neptune! Damn it..." I wanted to... So bad... I looked at my bracelet, which had the words: "WARNING; LIMITER HEALTH AT 20%; CAN OBTAIN UP TO 80% OF DAMAGE OUTPUT." 80%, huh... Well, I felt like going at full. Needed the stress relief anyways. I took out my silver case.
The only thing I brought with me was an long, silver case, containing my primary weapon, the weapon I use most of the time. There's only one way to open it, and that's releasing the limiter. But that itself is dangerous, since that limits my power so I don't make myself visible to every mob within an 400 meter radius. But this was a desperate time.
I took an breath, and exhaled. "Well then... Passcode: 110250. Release Limiter: Maximum Damage Output Mode."
The bracet turned turquoise, now with the words: "LIMITER RELEASE; 100% DAMAGE OUTPUT MODE."
An aura of red suddenly surrounded me, erupting in violent waves. The silver case started to shift; parts of the case started to go in, revealing an metal handle of black leather, and an mini-blade on the side of the case. Two letters, Z and R, written like lightning was on the front of the case, and an small screen on the front said "Weapon Unlocked for N-009: Zaiden."
I slung the case over on my back, and my clothes were shaking, moving along with the red aura. Neptune was sitting up, suddenly looking like she saw the scariest thing of her life. "Zaid...en?..."
I only calmly responded, slightly looking at her. "Don't worry. It'll be over quickly." I then turned back on her and faced the threat that needed to be eliminated. I reached for the handle, and pulled out my weapon, my stick of choice. The R-105 High Frequency Katana blade. When I held it in my hands, I felt an feeling of nostalgia. This... This is what I want. What I really am. And this is exactly what I need to win.
I took an offensive stance, blade sideways, pointing at the dragon. When I fight, I usually sacrifice all defense for offense, and go full out. Exactly what I did: I attacked.
Dashing at the dragon, pre-slashing in a dual-cross form. Each time I swung, electricity surrounded the blade, allowing me no mercy with the enemy. The dragon cried in pain, and tried to swing down at me again. I sidestepped, slashing his claw as I did, which crippled him, leading to the coup de grace. I jumped up, in front of his jagged face, and concentrated hard on one point on his face. When I do this, it seems like time slowed down, and I am able to cut and slash quickly. The jewel on his head marked the spot. I slashed.
A few moments later, the dragon was dead, laying on the ground. I was standing in the small opening, and Neptune was behind me, staring with awe. "This... Zaiden... "
"Wow... You just... did my job... "
I blinked. There was an girl with black hair, wearing fancy clothing which gave off... a CPU feeling, and holding an rapier. "Geez, I came all the way here for nothing-Hey, is that Neptune? How come you're in HDD? I thought we gave away our powers..."
"We did. To him." Nep pointed at me. I guess that's fair. They did keep me alive with their powers. I guess this girl's Noire, the CPU of Lastation, and yes, she did not look happy.
I sighed. Time for explaining. TIME SKIP!
"So... You're what's known as a Male CPU, or one of their descendants, and you contain all of our powers because it has kept you alive so far. However, Male CPUs don't have every same privilege as us, the 'Female' CPUs, since we banished for being greedy. Is that right?"
We arrived at Lastation, and also in Noire's Basilicom. I was explaining things to now both Nep and Noire, and i wax think, how did this turn into a disscussion over tea? Of course, I'd rather not have a fight over this, since my limiter broke over the way here. Though I must say, this Earl Grey is pretty good. I could use some more sugar... "Yes, that's about right."
"... Is there any other way to limit your power? It's giving off an scary aura..."
"No can do. I can fix the limiter, though I need some time to gather materials." And those materials are quite rare, which makes that a difficult task...
Noire sighed. "Well, other than that, what's the point of you coming over here today?"
Nep was running around Noire's bed, saying about looking like a "Noire-y" bed. She replied, "We're here to give you your powers back, Noire~" in an sing-song voice.
"Oh, okay... Wait, what? How're you gonna do that?"
Without saying a word, I began to concentrate to force her power out. This is why it takes a lot of power to do this; because the pressure on your mind and body is very, very heavy. Luckily, I have Planetptune's shared tied to me, so by using the shares, it's possible to lessen the pressure.
Three energy ribbons of black flowed out from my body, and quickly surrounded Noire. Before she had time to react, the ribbons went into her body. Again, stop your perverted thoughts, readers.
Soon, the familiar blinding light of HDD transformation filled the room. Once it was over, a girl with white hair, wearing an completely black plug suit with her hair down, was sitting where Noire was. "Oh. That's how."
Neptune leaned in close to her ear and whispered loudly, "Aw, you could provide fan-service again! But you're lonely, aren't cha. Aw, don't worry, Noire... I'll be there for you-"
Next thing you know, Nep's head was stuck in the ground, Noire blushing furiously. "I-It's not like I care or anything...Stupid!" Well. Tsundere much?
I sighed. "Is the comedic act over? Then I'd like to go and get some materials to fix my limiter." I stood up, downing the now-cold tea in one. "Nep, stay here with Noire. You don't mind, do you?" the question was directed at Noire.
"Yes! Please take her with you! I-GAH!"
"You aren't getting away from me! 3"
Nep was grabbing her... Yeah, never mind. "Uhh... I'll take that as an yes." and rushed out of there. I ain't gonna be present for some yuri scene! AIN'T NOBODY GOT TIME FOR THAT!
Eventually, they calmed down, and Neptune and Noire, now normal, were talking about Zaiden. "So, what did you think?" Noire blushed.
"Uh... He's... quite..."
"Cute? Cool? Handsome? Mysterious~?" Neptune was firing answers away, hoping to get some sort of good response.
"Maybe... cool?"
"OO. Noire has a little crush on Zaidy, huh? Well, top bad he's at my place!"
"What! I don't care! Waitttt... Since when did you get all so defensive of a guy?"
Neptune shook her head furiously. "Nopenopenopenope. Dunno whatcha talkin' about."
Noire raised an eyebrow. Since when did she start acting... Huh. Is this her way of being embarrassed? Noire smirked. Well, at least I have something on her too.
A/N: Phew. Woah. Freaking Sunday morning (evening for me), and I'm writing this in Pizza Hut. Welp. Anyways, BEFORE any of you say, "OC IS TOO OP, BOO!", please remember that he has power equivalent to three CPUs and his own skill. Once he gives it back to the others, well...
Zaiden: ... Tch.
Icey: Now, now. Being an average Joe is fine. Look at me! Besides, you're still an CPU. You're just gonna be nerfed. Like Xin Zhao in LoL.
Zaiden: (._.)
Anyways, an small message to you all reading. Please, if you don't like the idea of having an Male OC in an Full-Female Cast, then please don't rant about it, especially in Reviews. I think of Reviews like critical advice, not 10-year old's arguments about how retarded it is just because. I'm aware of that fact that it looks strange, but it's a idea, and one easily explored in every catagory. Also, think about it. It's still centered around Neptune mostly, so it's not exactly always going to be a full female cast every chapter. The other CPUs will have a little less to say than Neptune does, since... Well, you know. Protagonists.
Anyways, I'm rambling. The next chapter will be around the same time. Then regularly scheduled Friday uploads, since I'll be back to Canada by then. But until next Sunday, friends.
~BlueFreezeEnd
